A core hole was drilled right under the lake. 400 feet of barren wallrock later the hole penetrated the first kimberlite pipe. The 59 kilograms of core from the hole was found to contain 65 microdiamonds and 16 macrodiamonds.

Several years of intensive exploration led to the discovery of dozens of new kimberlite pipes on the property including the Panda pipe. Not only did the Panda pipe contain high grades of diamonds, it contained remarkable diamonds, characterized by beautiful, exceptionally white stones.

Every AURIAS diamond carries this legacy of passion, strength and unwavering optimism.